Dirty Fuel: Why Fear, Guilt & Self-Doubt Burn Out Founders – with Andrew Poles
On this episode of BizBlend, host Sana sits down with leadership coach and 3x founder Andrew Poles to explore the hidden cost of running on “dirty fuel” – those subtle emotional drivers like fear, self-doubt, and guilt that can push founders to success while slowly wearing them down. Andrew, who has coached leaders at NASA, Dell, and Netflix, shares how early life experiences shape these fuels, why overworking isn’t the solution, and the three practical shifts founders can make to replace burnout with sustainable performance. Packed with real stories, mental reframes, and actionable steps…
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